South Alabama Battles wildfires following Increased Wind Gusts
On the brink of a major storm system Alabama experienced a record breaking number of wildfires in South Alabama, fires in both Lowndes and Butler Counties blaze.
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Crews battle wildfires in North and South Carolina amid dry conditions and gusty winds
Crews are battling wildfires in North and South Carolina amid dry conditions and gusty winds as residents were forced to evacuate in some areas.
ACTION 8 UPDATE: Wildfire Danger Advisory lifted for all Alabama counties
The Alabama Forestry Commission has lifted the Wildfire Danger Advisory statewide after the recent rainfall.
Alabama launches hay relief effort for Texas
The Alabama Department of Agriculture & Industries is launching an effort to provide hay for Texas cattle producers who have suffered losses due to wildfires in the Texas panhandle.
Biden to ‘Bring Every Resource’ to Manage Busy Storm Season
President Joe Biden speaks during a meeting with FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell and Homeland Security Adviser and Deputy National Security Adviser Elizabeth Sherwood-Randall, in the Roosevelt Room of the White House, Tuesday, June 22, 2021, in Washington. (AP Photo/Evan Vucci) WASHINGTON (AP) – President Joe Biden says his administration needs to “bring every resource to bear” to deal with natural…
Volunteer Fire Departments Feeling the Heat During Drought
Fire departments were busy this weekend battling grass fires in Montgomery County and surrounding areas. We spoke with a volunteer fire department about the strain the drought is putting on its volunteers. Jimmy Ellis is the Chief of the Shorter Volunteer Fire Department: “It has put a strain on our resources. As you know, volunteers are getting to be a…
